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Assisted living costs in North Ruskin average about $3,774 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 22 communities in North Ruskin. Our detailed directory has 646 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Inspired Living at Sun City Center
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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76 reviews
9.9
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76 reviews
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They keep the residence busy if they want to be. I love that they can go outside and sit in the gazebo or just out in the sun. The staff is very loving and kind.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located just off Rt. 674 within quick access of I-75, Inspired Living at Sun City Center provides personalized care with assisted living services specifically designed for those with Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other memory impairments. Residents are truly at the center of their care,...
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9.9
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47 reviews
9.9
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47 reviews
5 star
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The building and facilities are beautiful and impressive. It appears very well run, with many activities for residents and great menus for dining. Residents and staff are very friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Supportive Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care The Meridian at Brandon is embracing a resort style living as our community was designed like a boutique hotel. A grand, two-story atrium, offering accommodations for exciting activities or events. Offering restaurant-Style dining by...
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66 Floor plans available
9.3
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22 reviews
9.3
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22 reviews
5 star
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Moved in almost a year ago. The staff can’t do enough to please and help us. Always looking for better ways to do things. Food is outstanding and the menu regularly changing. Lots of staff have been here 20+...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Freedom Plaza: Assisted Living in Sun City Center, FLSometimes all you need is a helping hand, and that’s just what you’ll get at Freedom Plaza Assisted Living and Memory Care, the community for premier assisted living in Sun City Center, FL. We’ll help with all the basic activities of daily...
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9.6
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42 reviews
9.6
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42 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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I will tell you that this is one of the nicest places that I could ever think of living. The people here are kind and courteous both the ones that work here and the people who live here I've lived here for a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Aston Gardens at The Courtyards is a well-established independent living and assisted living community offering Alzheimer's care in the heart of Sun City Center, Florida. Aston Gardens at The Courtyards sits within three miles of shopping, golfing, medical centers, a public library and many...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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175 reviews
9.4
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175 reviews
5 star
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Mom has been happy. The staff is very responsive to mom's needs and wants. I would definitely recommend Sun City Senior Living to others. The main thing that stands is how [name removed] made my mom feel...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sun City Senior Living in Sun City Center, Florida offers a vibrant, supportive community designed to meet the needs of seniors at every stage of life. Our community provides Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care services in a welcoming environment that feels like home. Spacious...
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9.2
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30 reviews
9.2
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30 reviews
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So far our experience is great. We are working with the Memory Care staff and Director. Communication has been very good. The facility is clean and neat. Staff is friendly and caring.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
An approach to Assisted Living and Memory Care in Riverview that keeps each resident’s specific andINDIVIDUAL NEEDS IN MIND.
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Photo of Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center
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9.2
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48 reviews
9.2
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48 reviews
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Everyone at Belvedere Commons were very helpful and kind when moving my brother in. [name removed] was wonderful to work with, she always greeted us with her beautiful smile. They took excellent care of my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community just minutes south of Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida. Uniquely placed in a beautiful residential setting, Belvedere Commons is a warm, supportive place to call home, and a wonderful place for friends...
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9.0
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69 reviews
9.0
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69 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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The Crossing was excellent. My sister was there for four months before she passed away. She was in memory care. Staff was attentive and kind. The activity Director was excellent and the staff they did great...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Crossings at Riverview located in Riverview, Hillsborough County, Florida is an assisted living community also providing specialized memory care resources for those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Riverview is conveniently accessible to Interstates 4 and 75 and sits along the...
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8.0
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2 reviews
8.0
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2 reviews
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Magnolia was wonderful!The only thing that my mother ever complained about was that there weren't a whole bunch of activities. But it's such a small facility that it's hard to get people to do things. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We believe that when a resident walks in our door, he/she becomes a part of our family. We pledge to love and care for each resident as a mother, a father, an aunt, an uncle, a grandmother, or a grandfather. We extend this personal touch to all of our residents and will do all that we can to...
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10
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10
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Lots of opportunities for outdoor walking or riding in a wheelchair. Bird watching and viewing outdoors. The lanai has a calming peaceful view of the community pond. Often Sand Hill Cranes visit and sing...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
In the process of upgrading and transitioning to an assisted living facility.
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Photo of Consuelo's Assisted Living Facility
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What we like the most about the community is their high patient to caregiver ratio. Yes, we would recommend Consuelo's Assisted Living Facility to other families.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Consuelo's Assisted Living is a resident care home located in Tampa, Florida in the county of Hillsborough. The city of Tampa is vibrant and pulsing with life. Home to Busch Gardens, Tampa offers Many exciting attractions for visitors and residents alike. Tampa is a city filled with cultural...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Finding a loving atmosphere for your aging loved one can be a long task. Not one person require the exact same care. That is why Radika Sims AFCH is unique, we offer assisted living rooms and Adult Day Care. Radika Sims AFCH is located in beautiful Ruskin, FL and rated one of the highest...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Nadege Adult Family Care Home is a residential group home located in the historic city of Ruskin, Florida, which is in Hillsborough County. The mainly agricultural area is widely known for the Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve. Ruskin is a wonderful place to live with a warm, friendly atmosphere for...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Sandra Adult Family Care Home
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Sandra Adult Family Care provides full time, family oriented assisted living in beautiful Ruskin, FL. We are located in a private home. The quiet subdivision we are located in is surrounded by small truck farms and wooded areas. We promote independent living while still giving the security of...
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I am local, and researched many assisted living facilities in Sun City Center and found Sun Towers to be the best fit for my Dad. We moved him here July 2017 from Connecticut to be closer to me. All...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Lake Towers Retirement Ctr
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of River Bend Care
1313 Photos available
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Welcome to River Bend Care of Ruskin, A Prestigious Adult Family Care Home serving the entire Tampa Bay Area. We are located in the beautiful River Bend community close to Sun City Center and Hwy 75, the community offers waking trails, activities,community center and a pool. River Bend Care is...
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Dad could not be happier living at Boyette Springs. He likes the food and he gets fresh fruit daily. They keep the community clean. The staff are nice, helpful and keep me informed of my dad's care. The...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Boyette Springs is a senior home located in Riverview Florida. The residential care home is situated in the quiet subdivision of Riverview on a lot that has many birds, wildlife and flowers that aid the senior guest to appreciate the simple things that nature has been able to gift us. The staff...

Cost of assisted living in North Ruskin, FL

The average cost of senior living in North Ruskin is $3,774 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Plant City, FL with an average of $3,726 per month.

Assisted living costs in North Ruskin, FL, vs. nearby cities

North Ruskin, FL
$3,774/mo
$3,857/mo

Assisted living costs in North Ruskin, FL, vs. state and national averages

North Ruskin, FL
$3,774/mo
$4,133/mo
U.S. national average
$4,759/mo

Assisted living costs in North Ruskin, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,774/mo
$4,306/mo

Assisted living costs in North Ruskin, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,175/mo
Studio
$4,508/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,047/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,388/mo

Senior living costs in North Ruskin vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: North Ruskin, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Ruskin, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,774/mo$4,133/mo$4,759/mo
Memory Care$4,306/mo$4,602/mo$5,023/mo
Independent Living$4,048/mo$4,254/mo$4,219/mo
Assisted Living
North Ruskin, FL:$3,774/mo
Florida:$4,133/mo
U.S.:$4,759/mo
Memory Care
North Ruskin, FL:$4,306/mo
Florida:$4,602/mo
U.S.:$5,023/mo
Independent Living
North Ruskin, FL:$4,048/mo
Florida:$4,254/mo
U.S.:$4,219/mo
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Assisted living costs in North Ruskin, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Ruskin and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in North Ruskin, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in North Ruskin have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
North Ruskin, FL$3,964/mo$3,945/mo+0.5%
Florida$4,486/mo$4,277/mo+4.9%
National$5,379/mo$5,132/mo+4.8%
North Ruskin, FL
2024 average cost:$3,964/mo
2023 average cost:$3,945/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,486/mo
2023 average cost:$4,277/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,379/mo
2023 average cost:$5,132/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Ruskin, FL

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What families are saying about assisted living in North Ruskin

Recent reviews for assisted living in North Ruskin

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Westminster Suncoast, a CCRC in Saint Petersburg, FL

4.9
Friendliness is one of their most outstanding features. Little bobbles and bumps happen, but all in all, Mom's been very pleased with them. She's getting ready to switch from assisted living to independent living, and she wanted to stay at Westminster Suncoast. One challenge that for some ...
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Lighthouse Senior Living at South Tampa

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Angels Senior living in South Tampa since September 2016. During that time she has received the finest loving care I could ever have imagined. I am here nearly every day and have been grateful for so many gestures of attention that went beyond merely "doing ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and responsive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff across different communities, such as at Sun City Senior Living, Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center, and The Crossings at Riverview, where they are praised for their prompt responses to concerns and their friendly demeanor ...
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Immaculate cleanliness and upkeep. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of various communities, with mentions from Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center, The Crossings at Riverview, and Freedom Plaza, a CCRC, where residents and families appreciate the attention paid to both the private living spaces and ...
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Varied activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy the range of activities offered at different communities, such as Twin Creeks Assisted Living and Memory Care, Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center, and Sun City Senior Living, where they participate in games, crafts, and outings, helping them to stay engaged and active.
Effective communication between families and staff. Families value clear and consistent communication from staff at several communities, including Sun City Senior Living, Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center, and The Crossings at Riverview, where they are kept informed about their loved ones' care and well-being.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Several communities, such as Sun City Senior Living, Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center, and Twin Creeks Assisted Living and Memory Care, have received praise for their quality meals and the staff's ability to accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Comfortable living spaces for residents. Reviews often mention the comfortable living spaces in communities like Freedom Plaza, a CCRC, Sun City Senior Living, and Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center, where residents appreciate the homey atmosphere and room sizes that cater to their needs.
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North Ruskin review score based on 148 family reviews

9.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 148 reviews of 18 North Ruskin assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The North Ruskin review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

North Ruskin review score compared against nearby cities

9.3
North Ruskin, FL18 facilities
8.3
7.7
Tampa, FL116 facilities

Review subcategories for North Ruskin assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 148 reviews of 18 North Ruskin assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Ruskin resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
North Ruskin, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
3.8
Friendliness
4.3
3.9
Care services
4.1
3.5
Staff
4.2
3.7
Meals & dining
3.8
3.4
Activities
3.8
3.4
Value for cost*
3.9
3.5
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North Ruskin assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Ruskin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Ruskin, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in North Ruskin assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in North Ruskin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
North Ruskin, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
52.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.2%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.1%
52.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in North Ruskin assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of North Ruskin Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Ruskin, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
51.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.2%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
38.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Ruskin assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of North Ruskin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Ruskin, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
41.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
37.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.1%
36.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.8%
18.3%
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Availability of select dining options in North Ruskin assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of North Ruskin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Ruskin, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Ruskin assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in North Ruskin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Ruskin, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.8%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
49.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.9%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
38.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.8%
24.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Ruskin

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in North Ruskin protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Inspired Living at Sun City Center, The Meridian at Brandon and Freedom Plaza, a CCRC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near North Ruskin, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 22 assisted living facilities near North Ruskin, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in North Ruskin, Florida are Dorothy Cares ALF, LLC., Élan Manatee Assisted Living and Memory Care and The Meridian at Brandon. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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